Slap (2015) Nick Rowland

Narrative:
- Boy putting makeup on
- Boxer who hides who he really is
- Saves his friend who was being beaten up whilst wearing makeup and a dress.
- Tells his friend about everything
- Goes in makeup and a dress to a party.
- Friend tries to kiss him
- Outed in front of everyone he knows

Genre:
- Drama

Representation:
- Struggle with identity
- Acceptance
- The importance/loss of friendships
- Masculinity, struggle

Audience:
- Connected with him, see every side of his life.
- Feel worried with him as there is a beating sound to represent his heart, so we know how quick it is beating.

Micro Elements:
- Close up on makeup
- Over the shoulder mirror view
- Cut to boxing
- Music starts when he gets the makeup
- In dress boxing
- Red light to signify danger
- Music adds to the awkwardness
- Punch at the end
- Stud sign in bathroom
- High angle on the friend

I think that this short film has a good impact, and wouldn't have worked as a longer film.

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